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FCA US LLC has reached a class action settlement resolving allegations that it improperly limited warranty coverage for expensive 3.6L valve train engine parts—specifically valve rocker arms, valve stem oil seals, and valve tappets—in select 2015–2020 Jeep, Ram, Dodge, and Chrysler vehicles across 11 states.
FCA US LLC has agreed to a class action settlement to resolve allegations that the automaker unlawfully restricted warranty coverage on key valve train engine components in select Ram, Dodge, Jeep, and Chrysler vehicles. The settlement provides extended warranty coverage for future repairs and cash reimbursements for owners and lessees who previously paid out of pocket for qualifying engine repairs.
If you bought or leased an eligible vehicle equipped with a 3.6-liter engine across 11 states, you may be eligible to participate. While the extended warranty coverage applies automatically at authorized dealerships, class members seeking cash reimbursement for past repair bills must submit a valid claim form before the upcoming October 12, 2026 deadline.
The litigation, Regueiro v. FCA US LLC (Case No. 2:22-cv-05521), filed in federal court, challenged how the automaker applied emissions warranty regulations to specific engine parts. According to court filings, the lawsuit alleged that FCA US failed to provide proper warranty coverage for certain vital valve train system components as “high-priced” warranty parts under California emissions standards.
Under state emissions laws, when a vehicle component qualifies as a “high-priced” warranted part, the manufacturer is legally required to extend its emissions warranty coverage from three years or 50,000 miles to seven years or 70,000 miles.
Plaintiffs alleged that FCA US improperly limited the list of covered parts under its emissions warranty obligations to minimize its financial liability. The lawsuit claimed that when these critical engine components failed, FCA refused to cover them under the longer emissions warranty, forcing drivers to pay for expensive diagnostic and repair costs out of pocket.
FCA US denies all allegations of legal wrongdoing and maintains that its warranty policies complied with all state and federal regulations. However, to avoid the delay, expense, and uncertainty of continued court proceedings, the automaker agreed to a class action settlement structure. The court granted preliminary approval to the deal on June 29, 2026.
The settlement focuses specifically on three critical internal engine parts within FCA’s 3.6-liter engine valve train system:
Valve Rocker Arms
Valve Stem Oil Seals
Valve Tappets
When these components fail, drivers often experience loud engine ticking, engine misfires, performance loss, or excessive oil consumption. Replacing these internal components requires extensive engine disassembly, often leading to substantial labor and parts bills for vehicle owners.
Under the settlement terms, FCA US has agreed to extend its existing warranty coverage for these three specific parts to seven years or 70,000 miles from the vehicle’s original in-service date, whichever occurs first. The extension covers all parts and labor necessary to diagnose and replace a failed valve rocker arm, valve stem oil seal, or valve tappet, provided the work is performed at an authorized FCA US dealership.
The settlement covers current and former owners and lessees of specific 2015–2020 vehicle models equipped with a 3.6-liter engine, as confirmed by FCA US records.
To qualify, the vehicle must have been purchased or leased in one of the following 11 states: California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, or Washington.
Eligible vehicle models and model years include:
Ram 1500: Model years 2015–2020
Ram ProMaster: Model years 2015–2020
Jeep Wrangler: Model years 2015–2020
Jeep Grand Cherokee: Model years 2015–2020
Dodge Challenger: Model years 2015–2020
Dodge Charger: Model years 2015–2020
Dodge Journey: Model years 2015–2019
Dodge Grand Caravan / Chrysler Town & Country: Model years 2015–2020
Chrysler 300: Model years 2015–2020
Chrysler 200: Model years 2015–2017
The settlement delivers benefits through two distinct mechanisms depending on whether your repairs took place in the past or are needed in the future:
If your vehicle falls within the seven-year or 70,000-mile window from its original in-service date, FCA US will cover 100% of the parts and labor costs to repair or replace a failed valve rocker arm, valve stem oil seal, or valve tappet. You do not need to submit a claim form to utilize this extended warranty coverage—simply bring your vehicle to an authorized FCA US dealership for diagnosis and repair.
Class members who previously paid out of pocket for diagnostic work, parts, or repairs involving a failed valve rocker arm, valve stem oil seal, or valve tappet can apply for 100% cash reimbursement.
To receive reimbursement, you must complete and submit a valid claim form backed by supporting documentation. Required proof includes receipts or paid invoices showing the amount paid, the date of service, the specific component repaired or diagnosed, the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the contact details of the repair facility.
State emissions regulations, led by standards under the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and adopted by several other states, require automobile manufacturers to guarantee that vehicle emissions control systems remain functional over time.
When an automaker designates or is legally required to treat a component as a “high-priced” emissions part, state law mandates extended coverage periods to protect consumers from bearing the financial burden of costly, pollution-related repairs.
When corporate entities restrict warranty definitions to limit their repair expenses, everyday consumers end up paying out of pocket for repairs that should have been covered by the manufacturer. Class action litigation allows drivers to band together, hold major automakers accountable, and secure cash recovery for improper repair expenses.
You may be eligible to participate as a class member if you purchased or leased an eligible 2015–2020 Ram, Dodge, Jeep, or Chrysler vehicle equipped with a 3.6-liter engine in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, or Washington.
Class members who received an official notice in the mail or via email can use the unique Class Member ID located on their notice to log in to the official settlement portal.
If you need to check your eligibility, review official court documents, or access claim forms, visit the court-approved settlement website at FCAWarrantySettlement.com.
To protect your legal rights or receive a cash reimbursement check, you must pay attention to the following court-ordered dates:
| Event or Action | Deadline Date | What It Means for You |
| Claim Form Deadline | October 12, 2026 | Final day to submit a claim for past out-of-pocket repair reimbursement online or by mail. |
| Final Approval Hearing | October 28, 2026 | The court will evaluate whether to grant final approval to the class action settlement. |
If you wish to preserve your legal right to file an independent lawsuit against FCA US regarding these warranty issues, you must formally exclude yourself (opt out) according to the instructions on the settlement portal. Claim forms for past repair reimbursements must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on October 12, 2026, or postmarked by October 12, 2026. Cash reimbursements will be distributed after the court grants final approval and any potential appeals are resolved.
Filing a claim for past repair expenses can be completed online in a few straightforward steps:
Gather Your Documentation: Locate paid repair receipts, invoices, bank or credit card statements, and repair shop work orders that identify your vehicle VIN, the date of service, the repair shop details, and the specific valve train parts replaced.
Visit the Settlement Portal: Go to FCAWarrantySettlement.com.
Log In or Complete the Form: Enter your Class Member ID from your mailed notice. If you do not have an ID, complete the form using your personal contact details and vehicle identification number.
Upload Proof of Payment: Attach clear photos or digital copies of your repair receipts and documentation showing out-of-pocket expenses.
Select Payment Preference: Choose how you wish to receive your reimbursement funds—via digital payment or paper check.
Submit Before October 12, 2026: Complete your digital submission online before 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on October 12, 2026, or ensure paper claim forms are postmarked by October 12, 2026.
Everyday consumers invest significant money in personal vehicles and rely on manufacturers to stand behind their legal warranty obligations. When major automakers limit warranty coverage definitions to reduce corporate expenses, drivers should not be left carrying the bill for expensive engine repairs.
Don’t stand alone. If you paid out of pocket to repair a valve rocker arm, valve stem oil seal, or valve tappet on an eligible vehicle, exercise your rights and file your claim before the October 12, 2026 deadline.
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